Dimensions8 x 5
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Beadboard, Pedestal Sink
LevelFirst
70 Putnam Street # 70, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472 • East Watertown
$655,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$655,000
Final Sale Price:
$655,000
Difference:
+$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$553
Sale $/sq ft:
$553
This property sold for $553 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold exactly at the asking price.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$553/sq ft
Area Median
$447/sq ft
Difference
+23.8%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Lovely updated first floor 3 bedroom condo in desirable East Watertown. Step off the exclusive use front porch into the vestibule (with closet) and into the light-filled, open-floor plan living room, dining room and kitchen. Exclusive use rear porch off the kitchen overlooks the pretty yard & garden (with a well-tended and prolific pear tree) - perfect for al fresco dining. Beautiful wood floors, high ceilings, large windows, and period moldings throughout. Bedrooms all have large closets. Additional amenities include in-unit washer and dryer; deeded garage parking + 1 exterior space; deeded use of half of the basement. Unit repainted in 2022 and has been meticulously maintained. Located two blocks from just completed Hosmer Elementary School and new athletic fields; 10 minute walk to the Charles River & bike path, newly developed and vibrant Arsenal Yard with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Convenient location for commuting and bus routes to Cambridge and Boston.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73564103
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 15, 2026
$3,500
MLS #73564103 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73546434
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 8, 2026
$729,900
MLS #73546434 - Active
Sold
May 3, 2023
$655,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Mar 9, 2023
$655,000
Original listing
Agent: Karen A. Kita
Office: Kita Associates
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,500 | - | - | MLS #73564103 - Active |
| 07/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $729,900 | - | - | MLS #73546434 - Active |
| 05/03/2023 | ✓ Sold | $655,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/09/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $655,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,550 | $452,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,550
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$200
Monthly
Assessed Value
$452,700
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1915
Living Area
1,185 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Steam, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Covered Patio/deck, Fruit Trees, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch, Covered
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Deeded, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,550
Assessed Value
$452,700
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$200 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
1
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Reflect The 2023 Watertown Owner Occupied Residential Exemption Of $3, 598.51. Floor Plans And Measurements Are Approximate And Intended For Informational Purposes Only.
Exclusions
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
#70
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (4)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,185 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions12 x 9
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Closet - Double
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 11
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Vestibule
LevelFirst
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Closet - Double
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Covered
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1915
Effective Year (Renovated):
2001
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Steam, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Fruit Trees, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Detached, Deeded, Off Street, Paved
Nearby Schools
School District
Watertown School District local
A-
School Safety
2024-25
1.0%
Low
0.8%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
0.2%
Emergency
4.5% below state avg
Elementary Schools
8 schools
Perkins School for the Blind
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
Star Academy (Watertown Campus)
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
Jewish Community Day School
2.2 mi
Grades K-08
Atrium School
2.5 mi
Grades K-06
A
Hosmer School
0.2 mi
|
#140 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Improved 112 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
758 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
St. Stephen's Armenian School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-05
A
Cunniff School
1.8 mi
|
#166 of 824
|
Score: 56.3
Improved 20 spots from last year
-1.9 below state avg
320 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
James Russell Lowell School
891.9 mi
|
#84 of 824
|
Score: 60.2
Improved 80 spots from last year
+2 above state avg
422 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Watertown Middle School
1.3 mi
|
#108 of 352
|
Score: 48.6
Improved 11 spots from last year
-9.6 below state avg
583 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
2 schools
Walker Beacon School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
B+
Watertown High School
1.4 mi
|
#112 of 346
|
Score: 59.3
Improved 118 spots from last year
+1.1 above state avg
761 students
Diverse
18 sports
• 1,578 athletes
Strong AP Program
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
East Watertown
70 Putnam Street # 70, Watertown MA 02472
Watertown, MA 02472
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Karen A. Kita
Listing Office
Kita Associates
Office Phone
617-875-6690
Agent MLS ID
BB910401
Office MLS ID
BB4678
Listing Data Updated
May 8, 2023 12:57 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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